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Academy News – Dec 31, 15

Hello all,

I would like to remind all that we are operating and teaching many privates these days, we are unfortunately turning away snowboard privates because of a lack of instructors to teach them.
I want to remind everyone that if you’re here we expect you to be available to teach. This means be at the bottom of Pineault lift every hour on the half. Be in uniform.
It is also expected that you be here for the day. This coming weekend is the last prior to the programs beginning and I know we will be busy with privates and beginner specials.
Supervisors will be drafting their crews over the weekend.

This is mainly meant as a “ hey winter is here, so I expect to see you here also”

 

Instructor Handbook – Our instructor Handbook has gone digital. Notre guide pour instructeurs est digital.

  • Français format PDF Ici
  • English PDF Version Here

Happy New Year to all…
Frank

Academy News – Dec 24,15

Merry Xmas and happy holidays to all,

It’s been a challenging start to the season, but on the bright side we have been able to get our December training done and hold level 1 courses that certified approx 60 new instructors. Today and the 25th we are closed, reopening on the 26th. To be clear please check the website in case of weather issues.

On the 27th the performance program resumes and on the 28th the Xmas camp begins. For those that committed to teach it please be here by 830.

For all our newly certified instructors please get to the hill this weekend to complete hiring process and get your jackets. We will be drafting instructors for the various programs over the holidays and we want you to be on the list.

Made another delivery to the food bank and I can tell you that the Camp Fortune snow schools contribution is very much appreciated, let’s keep it going. I have to say I get that warm feeling when I deliver the food.

All for now.

Frank

CASI Park Certification Course – Jan 2-3, 15

Camp Fortune is hosting a CASI Level 1 Park Course on January 2nd & 3rd. There are currently 4x spots available.

The Park Instructor course is the introductory course to teaching in the park designed to give successful candidates the skills necessary to introduce students to the terrain park and freestyle snowboarding. To register go to:

Description: https://www.casi-acms.com/index.php/en/park-instructor-1
Inscription: http://www.casi-acms.com/index.php/en/level1-course-reg (Quebec > Park Instructor 1)

Academy News Nov 24, 2015

Hello all,

We will be open this Thursday 12 to 4 pm, Friday closed because of probable rain and open 9 to 4 both Sat and Sun.
This means we go ahead with the hiring clinic on Saturday.
Nov. 28:

  • Hiring Clinic for new instructors, 9:00 am in the pro-room (Alexander Lodge):
  • Indoor and on-snow sessions;
  • Skills evaluation and recommendation for certification courses;
  • Clarify expectations, questions and answers.

There is no charge for this initial day, however the Academy offers a 16-hour pre-course for skiers and snowboarders preparing to take the level one course. Cost for the pre-course is $100.00 (price includes your lift pass for training and on course).

Special note to all certified CSIA instructors, Camp Fortune will host a PDP on the 13th of Dec. two sessions AM/PM. You need to sign up for this on the CSIA site. We are not taking names at the cage. Be sure you get it done early as there are only 100 spots.
Returning instructors, please remember you need to be completely registered (dues paid) before you get a coat or a lift pass.

Once you’ve got your coat, you may wish to go to the Camp Fortune Boutique to find accessories for your winter outfit i.e. Black pants, new goggles, gloves and stuff for your Xmas list. Remember you get 20% off.
Looking forward to meeting our new people and seeing the familiar faces that may come out for a few runs to get the season going.

All for now

Sincerely,
François Bernier
Directeur, services sportifs
Camp Fortune

Pro Room Hours – Nov 21,15

This coming Saturday the Pro Room will be open for returning instructors to complete registration and pick up their jackets.
Its important to have proof that you are in good standing with the CSIA or CSCF or CASI (that means your dues are paid). I would not want you to drive up for nothing. Also be sure you have registered on our website as a returning instructor.
The pro room will be open between 10 and 1:30.
All for now
Sincerely,
François Bernier

Academy News

We now have an opening for a Supervisor position in the Ski Wee program.
I will accept expressions of interest over the next couple of weeks. My goal is to select someone by mid Dec. If you feel you are up to the challenge please communicate your interest to me via email fbernier@campfortune.com
Job description
A person accepting the role of supervisor does so with an understanding of the following realities:
We need you to be a; leader, trainer, overseer, bookkeeper, collaborator, problem solver and committed to our success as a school.
Below are some of the traits needed

  • A take charge attitude.
  • Leadership skills, motivation skills, communication skills.
  • A solid understanding of pedagogy pertaining to riding and/or skiing.
  • Time management skills (balancing Paperwork and on snow time)
  • Full commitment to the school and a commitment to delivering the best service possible.
  • Problem solving.

Specific tasks

  • Supervisors select and assign instructors to groups.
  • Prepare class cards for the groups in their program.
  • Track hours taught for the instructors in the program. Prepare payroll report each weekend.
  • Organize and/or participate in on snow training.
  • Ensure that instructors are organized and give support where needed.
  • Supervision is the pathway to developing a great team, to that end it’s important to take any and every opportunity to shadow and evaluate instructors.
  • Have outdoor on snow presence while lessons are being taught.

Qualifications

  • Strong understanding of teaching skiing and or riding, level 3 + is an asset.
  • Proven experience in school operations.
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Competence in French and English is an asset.
  • Team attitude.

Sincerely,
François Bernier
Directeur, services sportifs
Camp Fortune
fbernier@campfortune.com
819-827-1717 poste 2202